Health

Private Equity and Venture Capital Are Transforming Healthcare – But at What Cost?

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Private equity and venture capital have been reshaping the healthcare landscape, with $47 billion in related deals recorded from 2019 to 2023. These investments promise innovation and growth in AI, diagnostics, and healthcare delivery. However, they also raise critical questions about aligning profit-driven goals with the mission to improve patient care and system efficiency….

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Employer-Built Healthcare Plans: Controlling Costs and Transforming Care

The rising cost of healthcare continues to strain employers and employees alike. With premiums climbing at a rate outpacing inflation, many organizations are burdened with high costs and subpar outcomes. Employer-built healthcare models are emerging as a potential solution, enabling organizations to take control of their healthcare systems. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation,…

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AI and Advocacy Unite: Tackling Women’s Health Disparities with Hologic Mia Keeys

Women’s health remains a critical issue globally, with alarming disparities in access and outcomes. A new survey from Hologic and Gallup reveals that while nearly 90% of women recognize the importance of health screenings, less than half undergo them consistently due to barriers like cost, time, and anxiety. The stakes are particularly high in…

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Overcoming Behavioral Health Challenges: Iris Telehealth’s Technology-Driven Approach

Behavioral health challenges have intensified nationwide, with wait times for care stretching months and access in rural areas remaining inadequate. Telehealth innovations are emerging as a crucial bridge to close these gaps, particularly in behavioral health. The stakes are high and according to the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 22.8%…

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Market-Based Planning, Specialization and Technology To Shape Healthcare Provider Networks for Tomorrow

The evolving healthcare landscape demands that provider networks strike a careful balance between meeting community needs and maintaining financial sustainability. As patient demographics shift and technological advancements, such as telehealth, redefine care delivery, health systems must recalibrate their networks to avoid inefficiencies. A 2024 AAMC study highlights this urgency, projecting a shortage of up…

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Benchmark Products
Benchmark Products Introduces Benchmark Bioprocessing Solutions: Single-Use Assemblies Tailored for Life Science Manufacturers

Benchmark Products has introduced its new Benchmark Bioprocessing Solutions, a comprehensive offering of customizable single-use assemblies tailored for life science manufacturers. Guided by a customer-centric philosophy, the team at Benchmark understands that every biopharmaceutical process presents unique challenges. By conducting detailed analyses of client workflows, Benchmark identifies opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and…

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New Design, New Opportunities with clariti® 1 day multifocal 3 Add

New Design, New Opportunities with clariti® 1 day multifocal 3 Add Key Points: How the new clariti®1 day multifocal 3 Add performs in daily practice. Innovations behind the new design, including Binocular Progressive System ™ and Optimized Comfort Edge TM. Ease of fit and refits for the ECP and across a wide range of patients…

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A Look at the Rise of Commerce Media Networks: How Nift Helps Brands Own How Their Message Shows Up
July 2, 2025

As traditional digital advertising struggles to retain consumer trust, brands are exploring new, more authentic ways to connect with shoppers. Platforms like commerce media networks, which weave together commerce, content, and data, are emerging as powerful tools in this shift. Research from MG2 Advisory reveals that only about 37% of consumers feel brands genuinely…

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Heart-First Hospitality Leadership: How Saying ‘Yes’ Transforms Guest Experiences, Boosts Staff Morale, and Drives Business Results
July 2, 2025

As the hospitality industry emerges from years of pandemic-driven upheaval, hospitality leadership is evolving to meet new challenges. Leaders are looking for new ways to retain staff, elevate guest satisfaction, and drive revenue without burning out their teams. One trend gaining traction is the power of “Yes”: empowering employees to say yes more often,…

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civic leadership
Mayor Gerard Hudspeth’s Civic Leadership Journey: What Politics Teaches About People
July 2, 2025

What does a mayor learn about human nature? In this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations that Build Equity, host Jason Winningham sits down with Gerard Hudspeth, longtime mayor of Denton, Texas, and a respected figure in civic leadership. Drawing from his years in public service, Hudspeth explores how leading a city reveals the core…

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Debunking Sepsis Myths – Episode 1
July 1, 2025

In the first episode of The Michael Rothman podcast, we address misconceptions about sepsis in healthcare. Although it’s often claimed that sepsis accounts for nearly a third of hospital deaths, many of these deaths are linked to chronic conditions with sepsis as a secondary factor. The frequently cited statistic that delays in treating sepsis increase…

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Other Health Articles
Fighting for Fair Healthcare Access Means Overcoming Certain Challenges
November 8, 2024

With healthcare costs continuing to climb, and the access to quality care remaining uneven, discussions on healthcare reform are quite an essential topic. Millions of Americans face high out-of-pocket costs and limited access to critical health services. According to a 2022 Gallup poll, nearly 40 percent of Americans have delayed medical care due to…

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Personalized Solutions Through Data Are the Future of Aligning Healthcare Staff Needs with Patient Outcomes
October 31, 2024

The healthcare industry faces unprecedented challenges, with workforce shortages pushing hospital labor costs to over 60% of total expenses. This strain is compounded by rising burnout rates among healthcare providers, particularly nurses. A recent AMN Healthcare survey revealed that nurses are prioritizing well-being and flexibility in 2024, underscoring the urgent need for personalized solutions…

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Building Confidence and Career with Dr. Helene Pippin
October 30, 2024

Key Points: How a residency can bolster confidence in clinical decisions and patient care. Why a professional community and network are vital for young optometrists. What key factors residents and new optometry school grads should consider when first launching their careers.

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Patient Physician Network Provides Financial Integration and Value-Based Care Support to Keep Independent Physicians Viable.
October 22, 2024

As healthcare systems continue to consolidate, independent physicians are facing unprecedented challenges in maintaining their viability. Rising operational costs, shifting value-based care metrics, and payer pressures are squeezing independent doctors more than ever before. Nearly 80% of physicians are now employed by hospitals, health systems, or corporate entities, up from previous figures of 60%,…

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MedCurate’s Transparent Marketplace is Tackling the Healthcare Staffing Crisis, Backed by Mentorship
October 22, 2024

Staffing challenges in healthcare continue to grow, with burnout and workforce shortages creating increasing pressures on hospitals and healthcare facilities. The current staffing solutions are often seen as inefficient, with traditional agencies taking large cuts, and clinicians feeling underpaid. According to the American Hospital Association, workforce shortages remain one of the top challenges for…

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The Key to Value Based Care Success is Integrating Specialists for Better Outcomes
October 22, 2024

Value-based care (VBC) is critical to the evolving healthcare landscape. As the U.S. population ages and healthcare costs continue to rise, achieving value-based care success has become a primary goal for the system, which seeks to optimize care while maintaining financial sustainability. According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), by 2030,…

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Authenticx Tackles Healthcare Challenges Using Conversational Intelligence
October 22, 2024

Healthcare systems are under immense pressure to improve patient experiences while simultaneously reducing costs and administrative burdens.  Healthcare organizations are finding innovative ways to listen at scale and unlock insights buried in patient conversations with the growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI). In a landscape where AI is often seen with skepticism, technologies that…

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Setting an Early Foundation of Myopia Control as Primary Care
October 16, 2024

Setting an Early Foundation of Myopia Control as Primary Care How Camila’s hands-on experience in the school’s contact lens program and clinic made her a better student and influenced her career path. Why myopia control should be adopted as primary care. How she gained confidence in talking to parents about myopia and why early myopia…

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Driving Cleanroom Innovation for a Sustainable Future with Benchmark Products
October 10, 2024

At Benchmark Products, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing smart solutions for cleanroom disposable products, ensuring that recycling is performed effectively and responsibly. Our Benchmark GMP and Suite products are designed not only for top performance but also with the environment in mind. Our innovative solutions…

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